The Risks May Include... Trivia Quiz

Answer: Install anti-slip mat or decals on the floor of the shower.

Many accidents occur in the bath or shower no matter how careful we try to be; wet feet and smooth surfaces make for hazardous conditions. Installing hand rails, to grab on to if you feel yourself slipping, is also a good way to help prevent injury.

Answer: Your toothbrush contains bacteria and other assorted microorganisms that could make you sick.

There's no proof that toothbrushes make people sick. However, to be on the safe side, you should always rinse it thoroughly and let it air dry while stored upright. Never share your toothbrush, don't store a damp toothbrush in an air tight container, and get a new one every three months or so.

Answer: GFCI outlets, which trip the breaker if an appliance falls into water

A GFCI (ground fault circuit interrupter) outlet greatly diminishes the risk of electric shock. If you have these outlets in your kitchen, laundry room, bathroom, and for outside use, you're less likely to have 'shocking' accidents.

Answer: Electrical storms and lightning strikes

Metal underwire in a bra can attract and conduct electricity. During a thunderstorm, you could be at risk of getting badly burned or even electrocuted. On the other hand, there have been occasions when a bullet or knife aimed at the chest was deflected by the metal underwire.

Answer: Fingers

Removing the reason or cause of an accident is usually the first step in prevention. However, this does not apply in this situation. Common sense and being more careful are probably the best way to avoid this type of injury. Be sure not to 'overfill' a drawer, as most accidents tend to occur when you're pushing the overflow of clothing back in as you close the drawer.

Answer: Hold the knife handle at your side with the blade pointing downward.

Knives need to be sharp, which also makes them extremely dangerous. There should be strict rules for all family members about knife usage and practice time to demonstrate the seriousness of working with knives. Make sure to keep them away from young children and never put them down where a child could reach them. DO NOT try to catch a knife if you drop it. Jump back, get your toes out of the way, and just let it fall.

Answer: True

Most falls happen in the bathroom because of wet floors. However, you should also beware of loose rugs, kids' toys, pets, and sometimes even your own uncooperative feet!

Answer: Simple, close the upper door before bending over

Hopefully I'm not the only person to do this more than once. I should learn or start wearing a helmet when I cook. People have also been known to walk into an open cupboard door and need stitches or end up with a nasty black eye. Where you get hurts depends on your height, but remember it can be easily avoided by simply shutting the door.

Answer: Put nightlights in bedrooms and bathrooms.

Nightlights are effective in preventing accidents. There are safety nightlights available with a cover that protect little fingers from reaching the electrical socket. This cover will keep objects from coming into contact with the prongs of the light.

Answer: more than one million

People with young children should store household cleaners, prescriptions and over-the-counter medications, alcohol, and any other potentially harmful substances in an upper cupboard or in a locked location. It might be a little inconvenient when you need them, but well worth it to avoid an accidental poisoning.